If you have concluded that you would like to spend 9 months in rich community, pursuing a seamless faith in Christ, we would be delighted for you to apply.

Early application deadline: November 30.Standard application deadline: January 30.Late applications: As spots are available.

The trouble with free form builders is that they're stingy about letting form submitters save their work. So, before you begin, save yourself a headache and do the following: 1) Complete the essays elsewhere (such as in Word) so you can copy and paste the answers to this form. 2) Gather the names and email addresses of three references—spiritual, professional/academic, and peer. 3) Find a good photo of yourself that you can link to somewhere online. 4) Get comfortable. This is going to take a minute. But it will be well worth it.

The Application

Name *

Name

First Name

Last Name

Address *

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Email *

Phone *

Phone

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Preferred Social Media Accounts (Friend, Follow, Like, or Connect with us at blueridgefellows.)

Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn

It's getting a little personal...

Date of Birth

Gender

Male

Female

Ethnicity

American Indian/Alaska Native

Asian

Black/African American

Hispanic/Latino

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

White/Non-Hispanic

Other

Marital Status

Single

Married

Married with kids

Is your spouse applying?

Yes

No

Not applicable

College

What is your university/alma mater?

What is/was your major?

What is/was your GPA?

What is/was your expected graduation date?

What is/was your expected graduation date?

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Gather together, brethren (and sistren)

Where do you attend church and how long have you attended?

Have you been involved in a church or parachurch ministry while in college? Which one?

Essays? Seriously? Yes. Seriously.

Briefly describe your spiritual journey.

Tell us about how you came to faith in Jesus and the highlights of your growth.

Please give a brief summary of the gospel of Christ.

Please answer in 250 words or less.

Please describe your involvement in Christian ministry while in college.

Please include how your involvement has influenced your spiritual growth and comment on roles you fulfilled as a member or leader.

Please describe your relationship with your immediate family.

Please describe a major trial you have faced and your response to it.

Please answer in 250 words or less.

Describe your personality.

If you know you Meyers Briggs, Strength Finders, DISC, etc. please include that too.

How would others describe your work ethic, emotional maturity and personal habits?

Please list 3 books that have been influential in your growth as a follower of Christ.

Tell us about 3 items on your bucket list.

In several sentences please briefly state your position on the following issues: Alcohol, Drugs, Smoking/tobacco, Abortion, Homosexuality, Premarital sex, Pornography.

How did you hear about the Blue Ridge Fellows?

Please answer in 250 words or less.

Why do you hope to become a Blue Ridge Fellow?

In your remarks please indicate what aspect of the program has you most excited. (Worldview development, community, spiritual formation, bible study, seminary classes, work faith integration, etc)

What do you see yourself doing in 5-10 years? What are some of your overall long-term life goals?

Please answer in 250 words or less.

If accepted as a Blue Ridge Fellow in what field would like help finding an internship?

What other opportunities are you considering for next year?

Please give us a link to a fun, funny, beautiful, ridiculous, favorite, exciting, or embarrassing photo of yourself. (We'll try to guess which category you choose.)

Due to some technical difficulties, you can't upload images on this form. Put it up on your favorite picture sharing site; we'll be able to see it, don't worry.

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Who thinks you are amazing?

Applications aren't complete until all three references are received, so please do follow up with your references.

Ministry Reference

Ministry Reference

This should be a pastor, elder, campus ministry staff member, or other adult christian who knows you well.

First Name

Last Name

Ministry Reference Email

Ministry Reference relationship to you

Academic/Professional Reference

Academic/Professional Reference

This person should have insight into your character, conduct and competence as expressed either in school or at work.

First Name

Last Name

Academic/Professional Reference Email

Academic/Professional Reference relationship to you

Peer Reference

Peer Reference

This should be a peer, friend or colleague who knows you very well and has spent significant time with you in the past two years.

First Name

Last Name

Peer Reference Email

Peer Reference relationship to you

Just so we're clear...

I understand that a further step in the application process involves a gracious phone call with a Blue Ridge Fellows Director of the same sex to discuss issues of personal holiness and habitual sin. *

Yes

No

I understand that if I accept an invitation to participate in the Blue Ridge Fellows, I will be expected to fully participate in discussions, bible studies, mentorship meetings, seminary classes, conferences and other events. *

Yes

No

I understand that if I accept an invitation to participate in the Blue Ridge Fellows, I will be a guest in the home of my host family and expected to fully respect the rules of the home and represent the Fellows well. *

Yes

No

I understand that if I accept an invitation to participate in the Blue Ridge Fellows, I will be responsible to pay $6,500 by September 1. This money will cover all Blue Ridge Fellows program expenses. It can come from support raised, or I can pay it from my own means. *

Yes

No

I understand that if I accept an invitation to participate in Blue Ridge Fellows, I will be responsible for my own car, car insurance and health insurance.

Yes

No

I hereby affirm that the information I have provided on this application is true and accurate. I authorize the Blue Ridge Fellows and any representative thereof to make independent inquiry about me to assess my qualifications regarding this program. Furthermore, I understand that the Fellows program is designed for followers of Christ who desire to be teachable in all areas of life. *

Yes

No

I understand that if I accept an invitation to participate in the Blue Ridge Fellows, it will lead to rich community, deep learning, and seamless faith in our matchless Savior, that will be more fun, meaningful, and all around amazing than anything else I could do next year. *

Boom! Yes, let's do this!

Thanks for applying to be a Blue Ridge Fellow! We will review your application and reach out to your references shortly. It would be a good idea to conctact them as well and ask them to return your reference quickly so your application will be complete. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions. tim@blueridgefellows.org or kellie@blueridgefellows.org.